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Bob Barker — the game show icon who hosted “The Price is Right” for decades — died of natural causes at his Hollywood Hills home on Aug. 26, 2023. He was 99.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce that the World’s Greatest MC who ever lived, Bob Barker, has left us,” Bob’s rep, Roger Neal, told People magazine in a statement.
As news of the 19-time Daytime Emmy winner’s death emerged, famous friends and fans spoke out to mourn and honor the former “Truth or Consequences” host and noted animal rights advocate.
Keep reading to see what Hollywood is saying…
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“The man. The myth. The best. Such a sweet funny guy to hang out with. Loved talking to him. Loved laughing with him. Loved him kicking the crap out of me. He will be missed by everyone I know! Heartbreaking day. Love to Bob always and his family! Thanks for all you gave us!” –Bob’s “Happy Gilmore” co-star Adam Sandler
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“Very sad day for the Price Is Right family, and animal lovers all over the world. There hasn’t been a day on set that I didn’t think of Bob Barker and thank him. I will carry his memory in my heart forever. #RIPBobBarker We love you” –”Price Is Right” host Drew Carey
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“I will never forget Adam [Sandler] convincing Bob Barker to say the iconic line, ‘the price is WRONG, b****!’ Bob was kind and polite and had declined to say the line, but he got swept up in the hilarious fight scene between him and Happy, he just…said it. It’s one of my favorite filming memories ever. In honor of Bob: please remember to spay and neuter your pets. RIP Bob.” –”Happy Gilmore” star Julie Bowen
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“Was lucky enough to be Bob Barker’s neighbor for a while. Would often chat with him when he was walking his dogs. What a consummate gentleman and tireless advocate for animals. What an epic run you had, sir. #RIPLegend” –actor Lou Diamond Phillips
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“We watched Bob Barker all the time growing up, he the best there ever was! Remember the time @TheVannaWhite was asked to ‘Come on down!’ on The Price Is Right? He was an American treasure. RIP Bob Barker” –country music star John Rich, who shared this memory alongside a clip of Bob and the “Wheel of Fortune” hostess on “The Price is Right”
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“I am so proud of the trailblazing work [Bob] Barker and I did together to expose the cruelty to animals in the entertainment industry and including working to improve the plight of abused and exploited animals in the United States and internationally. We were great friends over these 40 yrs. He will be missed.” –Bob’s girlfriend, Nancy Burnet
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One of the nicest things I ever heard in showbusiness was Bob Barker saying, ‘I moved to Hollywood to be an actor and the only person who ever let me do it was Adam Sandler!’ This scene with them was and will always be absolutely hilarious! God bless you, Bob” –actor-comedian Rob Schneider, who posted this clip from “Happy Gilmore” alongside his message
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“What a brutal week. Sorry to hear about the passing of the legendary #BobBarker, who by far was the BEST guest host in #WWERaw history. He is also the only guy who almost made me break on camera. See if u can notice when in this clip! Thank u Bob for everything you contributed to show business and for loving and respecting pro wrestling as an art form! @wwe” –wrestler Chris Jericho, who posted this tribute alongside a hilarious video clip with Bob
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“If you only think of Bob Barker as a world famous game show host, you are missing his greatest contribution. He was a leading advocate for animal rights. His love of our furry friends inspired compassionate movements all over the world, and we humans were better for it. #RIP” –actor James Woods
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“‘Get your pet spayed or neutered’ #RIPBobBarker #NationalDogDay” –Greg Grunberg
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“Bob Barker, the legend, RIP – you made it to 99! Actual retail price…” –comedian Dane Cook
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“Rest in peace to the legendary Bob Barker. Thank you for all the laughs and happiness you gave to millions all around our country and world. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.” –”Botched” star Dr. Paul Nassif
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“I have said it many times but Bob changed my life and my wife @iChrisFields life forever. Everything that we have… we have because of Bob Barker. Thank you Mr. Barker. Rest In Peace with Dorothy Jo.” –former “Price is Right” announcer Rich Fields
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“Bob’s influence on the entertainment industry is indisputable, but what mattered to him most was using his voice and prominent position to protect animals. Of course, everyone is familiar with his ‘spay and neuter your pets’ sign-off on The Price Is Right — a show where he refused to allow fur prizes — but he was also one of the first stars to go vegetarian, more than 30 years ago.
He joined PETA in urging families to stay away from SeaWorld, demanded the closure of cruel bear pits masquerading as tourist attractions, implored Hollywood to take action to protect animals used in film and TV, and, as a Navy veteran, called for the end of military medical drills on live animals.
His generous donation allowed PETA to open its West Coast headquarters, the Bob Barker Building, in 2012, and it stands as a testament to his legacy and profound commitment to making the world a kinder place. To us — and to so many animals around the world — Bob will always be a national animal rights treasure.” –PETA President Ingrid Newkirk
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